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I have been an licensed massage therapist since 1997 and a PTA since 2016 with Assoicates in Appliied Science degrees for both. Much of my massage practice has served the Middle Tennessee Community over the past twenty years but my journey with manual therapy has led me to Cumberland County. Expanding my knowledge and application skills beyond basic massage applications has been a magical path that I continue to pursue with passion through an ongoing study of Fascial Counterstrain.

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I began my Counterstrain/Fascial Counterstrain (CS/FCS) coursework in 2008 and it immediately revolutionized my Physical Therapy practice. Most patients experience significant relief in pain or improved function in one to four Counterstrain/FCS sessions. I have also had tremendous results with patients post COVID with return of taste and smell, and improved breathing in 1-3 sessions. Of course results will vary from person to person. I always honor my patient’s rights to wear a mask if they choose or if they choose to get experimental injections. I will never require either. Feel free to call or email me with any questions.

Mary Ann has been a manual therapist for 20 years. Her passion for counterstrain started in 2013 and has included taking the Jones strain counterstrain coursework as well as Fascial Counterstrain classes. Augmenting her studies with the Fascial Counterstrain Academy mastery courses CSA Module 1 and the CSA Convention 2019 Module 2 she continues to expand her hands on work of the body’s fascial system.
She has a private practice in Bandon, Oregon as well as at the Bandon Dunes Resort. Her practice incorporates fascial counterstrain, massage, breath work (buteyko) and movement practices to support and improve performance.

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Derek is a physical therapist licensed in Virginia. His well-rounded professional training, life experiences, and compassionate nature enable him to provide a therapeutic environment that facilitates your return to an active, healthy, and vital lifestyle. Derek’s philosophy is to continually strive for the best patient outcomes.

Training & Specialties:
Masters of Physical Therapy, University of Pittsburgh, 2000
Completed all current Fascial Counterstrain courses with the Jones Institute, as well as, Mastery Module 1 with the Counterstrain Academy
Expert level MFR therapist and assistant instructor in John F. Barnes form of Myofascial Release (MFR™)
10-month post-graduate course on the Australian/Maitland model, and influences from NAIOMT, University of Virginia
Direct Access Certification
Coursework at the Institute of Physical Art
Derek has developed a unique approach combining his professional knowledge, his intuition, and his passion for helping people to achieve their fullest potential.

Alison completed her Physical Therapy training in New Zealand in 1988 and continued with post- graduate studies in manual therapy though 1992.
“I was introduced to the Counterstrain technique in 2006.
After meeting Brian Tuckey in 2010 and introduction to Fascial Counterstrain, my clinical practice evolved in a way I could not have previously imagined. I continue to be amazed and humbled by the powerful results of this approach to manual medicine.”

Alison is committed to pursuing excellence and providing exceptional care.

A massage therapist since 1979, Dhyana has been specializing in Strain Counterstrain since 2004. She has taken all available Counterstrain courses from the Jones Institute and received Jones Strain Counterstrain Certification in 2009.
Additionally, she has been a participant in Tim Hodges modules since the beginning of his teaching practice. She has completed mastery programs in Visceral, Lymphatic/Venous, Arterial, Nervous Systems, and more.
Dhyana lives on Bainbridge Island, WA and practices out of a remodeled circa 1900’s studio on her property.